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Official publication of Age Concern Tauranga
177a Fraser Street, Tauranga 3112
August 2017Tauranga
Office Phone: (07) 578 2631
OFFICE HOURS:Monday - Friday 8.30am - 2.30pm
Email: [email protected]
Serving the needs of older people
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ChairpersonAnna Bones
Board Members Angela Scott, Eddie Jackson,Adrienne von Tunzelmann, Evan Turbott, Keith Ardern, Ciska Vogelzang, Peter Moss
General ManagerTanya Smith
AVS Co-ordinatorPat Duckmanton
SAYGO Co-ordinatorAngelika Gillen
Drivers Refresher CourseDeb Grainger
Total Mobility Assessor(s)Judi Steel
Who’s Who
The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of Age Concern Tauranga. The inclusion or exclusion of any product does not mean that the publisher advocates or rejects its use.
OUR MISSION: Age Concern promotes wellbeing, rights, respect and dignity for older people.
OUR VISION: An inclusive society where older people are connected, empowered and respected.
Our grants and funding have been received from: Accident Compensation Corporation, Bay Trust, Community Organisation Grants Scheme, Legacy Trust, Lion Foundation, Capital Coast DHB, Logan Campbell, NZ Lottery Grants, Pub Charity, St Joans Trust and Tauranga City Council - Travel Safe. In addition we have received sponsorship and donations from: NZ Transport Agency, Miranda Smith Homecare, D & L Investment - Z Gillies Cluster, Rotary Club of Tauranga, VTNZ.
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The Robert Loft StoryI’ve been an MS sufferer for many years and have pretty much lost all mobility on my left side. This has been severely restrictive. I already have a large power chair and I’ve been using this chair for both inside the house and for outdoor trips which has certainly made my life more bearable. However, because of its size and weight, loading this chair into our small SUV is time consuming and a little difficult for my wife Sharon. When the chair is in the SUV there’s only room for the two of us and this is also restrictive. The alternative was to take taxis but this was an expensive option.I then discovered the Freedom Chair. Paul from Montec Mobility Ltd sourced the chair, trained me how to use it and has supplied other helpful extras.I’m now FREE. Sharon and I can go out together with ease as it only takes a few seconds for her to load the Freedom Chair into the car. Parking is unrestricted as there is no need for a ramp. I can almost go anywhere. We can enjoy visits to family and friends without them having to come to us. I can also get picked up by friends and with very little support from them we can have an enjoyable day together. The Freedom Chair has given me my life back and the best thing I can say about it is: “Its Life Changing”
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Total Mobility Scheme Environment Bay of Plenty Assessments undertaken for people with disabilities to access subsidised taxi fares. Assessment fee applies.Education Seminars and monthly meetings organised on a range of topics relevant and interesting to older people.Accredited Visiting ServiceOur co-ordinator trains and supports volunteers who visit those living alone in the community. Both the older person and the visitor enjoy the friendship that develops from this regular contact.Steady as You Go (SAYGo) Falls PreventionA unique community based strength and balance exercise programme for men and women. Classes in Tauranga, Waihi Beach, Katikati, Papamoa, Te Puke, Edgecumbe.Senior Driving ProgrammeDrive with confidence and share experiences. • Staying Safe Driver Refresher WorkshopImprove safe driving practices and increase your knowledge of the current Road Code. Classroom based.• CarFitOur trained technicians highlight your car’s safety features and check the ‘fit’ of your vehicle to maximise comfort and safety.InformationContact us for a wide variety of information on available services. Call in or phone to speak with our reception volunteers or staff.
Volunteer OpportunitiesA number of volunteering opportunities are available:• Mini Bus Drivers • Host/Hostess • Accredited Visiting Service • Reception • CarFit• Gardeners All volunteers are given training and support.
Services Age Concern Tauranga Annual ReportIt gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the 31st Age Concern Annual General Meeting this morning. Those of you present at the AGM last year will recall that we celebrated 30th years of Age Concern in Tauranga and had a delicious cake to mark the occasion. The 2016/17 year has been a very busy year for us. During the year we handled 21,519 enquires in our office with over 18,000 people in the community attending our programs - from our monthly meetings to those of you participating in our Steady As You Go Falls Prevention exercise classes and much more. We rely on our volunteers and the hours given freely during the year enable us to deliver our services and keep Age Concern connected with you all. I sincerely thank all our volunteers for their time, their friendship and commitment to Age Concern.At last year’s AGM I informed you we were still considering purchasing our own property in Tauranga. I’m sure you are all aware of the rise in the value of property in the area and this has caused us to re-think our position. This coupled with the uncertainty of government funding has meant the Board decided to renew the lease on our existing premises, 177A Fraser Street, until November 2018. We are starting on a project to look for complementary and like minded organisations that would be interested in sharing premises with us. The Age Concern bus is getting on in years and we have launched a project for a new bus purchase. Keep an eye on our newsletters for the announcement of the new minibus.In April of this year Age Concern Tauranga tendered for the new Elder Abuse Response Service contract. The Bay of Plenty was included in the Midland Region which covered Waikato, Coromandel, Taupo and Rotorua. It would have extended our support from Waihi through to Whakatane. However, as in all tender processes not everyone is successful and unfortunately Tauranga’s contract was awarded to another service provider effective 1st July 2017. We are very disappointed not to have been selected to continue this valuable service, however, our resolve remains strong to deliver services and programs to older people.Next month our monthly seminar will be presenting our services and I would urge you to come along, meet other members and learn more about what we do in and around Tauranga.
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We have a small team in our office - Tanya Smith, General Manager; Pat Duckmanton, Accredited Visiting Services Co-ordinator and Michelle McGee our Elder Abuse and Neglect Prevention Co-ordinator. Jo Pedersen joined us in March this year in an Administration Support role. Deb Grainger in conjunction with Tauranga City Council’s Staying Safe programme runs our Driver Refresher Courses. Angelika Gillen is our Steady As You Go Falls prevention co-ordinator. Angelika manages the peer leaders who run a total of 33 classes a week from Waihi Beach to Whakatane. We extended classes this year to Edgecumbe and Whakatane. We would like to acknowledge Helen O’Connor who has carried out the assessments for subsidised taxi vouchers for a number of years and has retired. Judi Steel has taken over from Helen carrying out this very important role in the community. I also want to acknowledge our Board Members who have given their time and expertise to contribute to the successful running of Age Concern Tauranga. Keith Ardern for his accounting skills, Evan Turbot for legal advice, Angela Scott for projects and managing the monthly meetings, and Eddie Jackson as Vice Chair and managing the new bus project. Adrienne von Tunzelman has had a busy year, not only on our Board but also covering the role of President at Age Concern New Zealand in Wellington. We co-opted Ciska Vogelzang during the year and we very much appreciate her valuable contribution to our team.Much of the work we do would not be possible without financial assistance. Our grants and funding through the year have been provided by:Accident Compensation Corporation, Legacy Trust, Lion Foundation, Capital Coast DHB, NZ Lottery Grants, Pub Charity, St John’s Trust, Ministry of Social Development, Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council - Travel Safe.In addition, we received sponsorship and donations from: NZ Transport Agency, D & L Investment - Z Gillies Cluster, Rotary Club of Tauranga, VTNZ and NZ Community Post.Finally thank you to all our members who provide the purpose for what we do.I look forward to continuing to work as a volunteer for Age Concern and contributing to the Board.
Anna BonesChair
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Fresh warnings after phone scam targets Spark customersPhone scammers have become an incessant problem for landline-owning New Zealanders, who can find themselves dealing with several scam calls a week.
The complaints are from people who have been targeted by scammers claiming to be from Spark, saying bills are owed and the internet will be cut off.
One Dunedin woman who received one of these calls said she told the caller she was not a Spark customer, and he responded with: “You are a bloody b*tch,” before hanging up on her.
But the scammers chose the wrong number to call when they got Julie Harlwich, who works in software. Ms Harlwich says she wasn’t offended by the name calling, instead having a good laugh at the rapid change in the caller’s persona.
When she warned of the scam on a local Facebook page, others chimed in saying they had received the same call.
The scammers appear to be calling random numbers and hedging their bets that some of the recipients will be signed up to the popular internet provider.
While Ms Harlwich was able to laugh off the Spark scammer, it was the second time they called that week, and she said she
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Your Mamaku Blue Tour includes being met on arrival by our friendly staff before you are escorted to our naturally “air conditioned” people carrier that will whisk you off into the orchard. Spend time discovering the story behind Mamaku Blue and learn the steps involved in getting the blueberry from the bush to the market.
From the orchard you will visit the sorting and packaging shed, where you will learn the intricacies of the export berry market and some of the steps that make Mamaku Blue berries so special. You will then proceed on through to the wine-making department, have a chat to the wine maker and learn about blueberry wines.
From there it is back on to the people carrier to be delivered to the specialised blueberry retail shop and café, where you can taste a range of blueberry products including our wines and liqueurs. You may like to make a purchase of blueberry products and enjoy one of the chef’s delicacies such as a hot blueberry pie or muffin with your choice of Dilmah tea or freshly brewed coffee.
If time permits arrange to stay for lunch or dinner (bookings essential). Our function room caters for large groups.
You may also like to browse through Mamaku memorabilia in our museum.
Our basic orchard/winery and tastings tour takes approximately 60 minutes, but be sure to allow additional time to enjoy the tastings and other treats available. Additional to our orchard and winery tours, the Mamaku Blue property has native bush walks and farm tours. A range of catering options is available for your morning/afternoon teas, lunches or dinners.
In conjunction with Mamaku Blue tours we also have available a selection of other interesting attractions in the district that can be visited to make a full and relaxed day of discovery. We are happy to help you plan a special day out to fit in with your itinerary.
Mamaku Blue Blueberry Experience Visitor Centre311 Maraeroa Road, Mamaku, RotoruaOnly 20 minutes north of RotoruaTel: +64 7 332 5840 | www.mamakublue.co.nz | Email: [email protected]
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Legacy TrustThe recent Legacy Trust funding round has benefited a large variety of local organisations.Those receiving financial assistance include, for example, Good Neighbour and Te Aranui Youth Trust, Red Cross, Acorn Foundation, Autism NZ, Tauranga Civic Choir, and a variety of sports clubs.The fact Legacy Trust is able to gift this money is not because the cost of Legacy Funerals is greater than other local options, but because Legacy is a registered charitable company, rather than a commercial funeral company. Profits do not go to individuals or companies, they are distributed back to the community.Since Legacy Trust was formed in 2007, nearly $2.5 million has been gifted back to the local community to benefit current and future Western Bay of Plenty citizens.
was getting annoyed at the number of calls she gets to her landline.
One piece of advice offered by community members frustrated by the number of scam calls is to blow a whistle down the phone line. Ms Harliwich says next time, she might just give that a try.
Spark says it’s tricky to prevent the attacks, which police describe as “fluid” and “constantly changing”. They receive “regular reports” of various scams in operation.
Police say if you have any doubt about a phone call or email, it is likely it is a scam. If you are threatened, simply hang up.
Spark say their best line of defence at the moment is to warn customers of the tactics used by scammers so they know what to expect.
Spokesperson Ellie Cross says there are a number of scams Spark is aware of:
• Fraudsters tell customers their Spark services will be cut off due to security issues unless they change their settings or clean up their computers. The customers are then directed to a website where they are asked to download some software, which the fraudsters have branded as Spark.• Customers are asked to give remote access to their computer and provide personal banking information.• Sometimes they are instructed to leave their phone off the hook for three days following the
“setting change” as part of this scam.• Fraudsters give customers a made-up “employee number” to verify their identity, and then gain access to people’s bank accounts by claiming customers have exceeded their data limit and need to hand over credit card details in order to pay.
Spark’s advice on avoiding being scammed• Spark will never ring customers out of the blue and ask them for any form of personal information, particularly bank details or passwords. It will only ask you for personal information if you call. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be
from Spark who asks you to enter on the computer your bank details, end the call.• It’s vitally important customers do not visit fraudulent webpages, or provide any personal banking information. If they have any doubts about a phone call’s legitimacy, they should end the call as quickly as possible.• Fraudsters actively monitor Spark’s activity and copy its methods of communication, so it can be difficult for customers to tell the different between genuine calls and fake ones.• Anyone who suspects they have been the victim of this scam and who has passed on bank account details or logged into online banking while on one of these calls, should contact their bank immediately.• Spark customers who wish to share details of scam calls, or who have any particular concerns, should email [email protected]
Source: Newshub
Would you like to become a visitor for Age Concern Tauranga?We are seeking friendly, compassionate people, who can commit to a minimum of one hour a week to visit the elderly in their own homes.We can offer training and support to enable you to do this important job, many a friendship has been made in this setting.
If you are interested please phone Pat at Age Concern (07) 578 2541 Tues - Thur 8.30am to 2.30pm.
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Modern, friendly and close to all the amenities, Taupo’s Wharerangi Village is attracting the attention of retirees seeking affordable retirement living with villa prices starting at $189,000.
Wharerangi Village recently underwent a major redevelopment which saw its one bedroom villas fully modernised and the spacious new Community Centre has become a hub for village get-togethers.
Smaller than most retirement villages, neighbours soon become friends in this close knit community.
The location was another big drawcard for resident Jim Shaw who still drives but prefers to walk to keep himself active and fit. “My friends say isn’t it fantastic that I’m so close to town. The RSA, my doctor, the shops – they’re all within walking distance, and there’s a big park at the lake end of the street. I felt comfortable here right from the start.”
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Advance Care Planning asks “What matters to you?”
Advance Care Planning (or ACP) is the process of thinking about, talking about and planning for future health care and end of life care. Advance care planning gives everyone a chance to say what’s important to them. It helps people understand what the future might hold and say what treatment they would and would not want. It helps people, their families and their healthcare teams plan for future and end of life care. If you have had a chance to think about the care you want towards the end of your life, you may want to write your thoughts down. This makes it much easier for families and healthcare providers to know what you would want - particularly if you can no longer speak for yourself. ‘My Advance Care Plan’ forms are available on line at:www.advancecareplanning.org.nz or you can contact Age Concern Tauranga on (07) 578 2631 or your GP.
Cold houses and impact on health
We spend more than 90% of our time indoors, and for that reason, the indoor environment and its effect on our health are more important than is often assumed.
Many New Zealand homes share a number of features that can lead to health issues. One of the biggest problems is that our houses are simply too cold. This can lead to dampness, mould and respiratory illness. This is a particular issue with older homes, but not all new ones are exempt.
Recent research has shown that insulation and effective heating can make a significant difference.
How does the temperature of our houses compare with world standards?The World Health Organization recommends a minimum indoor temperature of 18°C, and ideally 21°C if babies or elderly people live in the house. The average daily indoor temperature in the winter for most New Zealand houses is just 16°C.
How do cold houses affect health?If house temperatures fall below 16°C, the risk of respiratory illness increases. This is because cold
houses are also usually damp, which can lead to respiratory symptoms.
House occupants produce a significant amount of moisture in their day-to-day activities, for example, cooking, showering and drying laundry. Even breathing has an effect - each person produces one litre of moisture per day this way. Moisture condenses on cold surfaces, such as uninsulated walls.
As well as dampness being a health risk in itself, it can lead to mould growth, which may also contribute to respiratory problems. Mould growth is worse when there is also poor ventilation, such as when a house has well-sealed aluminium windows that are kept shut, or doesn’t have an extractor fan in the bathroom.
Living in a cold environment is also physiologically stressful for people who are old, sick or very young.
How might mould contribute to illness?More than one third of our houses contain mould. Most mould is not harmful for healthy people. However, some species release substances which are potentially toxic and may cause adverse reactions in some people, such as those with pre-existing respiratory conditions. Mould also produces spores when it reproduces. When these are inhaled or come into contact with skin they may cause allergies and skin irritation, and aggravate asthma.
Source: www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
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FORM OF BEQUESTTake or send to your Legal Advisor for incorporation in your Will.
“I give and bequeath the sum of $______________________ (or) ___________________% of my estate, (or) residue of my estate, (or) property or assets as follows:
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free of all charges, to Age Concern Tauranga. The official receipt of the General Manager or other authorised officer of the Board shall be a sufficient discharge to my executors”.
Curtain Bank Western Bay / New Zealand Red CrossThe Curtain Bank receives donations of pre-loved curtains, then repairs and lines them if necessary. They then distribute them free of charge to people in need, referred by partnership agencies.
Curtain donations of good quality thermal curtains can be dropped off during their opening hours.
To receive free curtains you must have a Community Service Card.
For more information on the opening times, to arrange donation pick up, to volunteer or to find out about the partnership agencies in your area, please call (07) 578 6987.
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Sometimes we need a little more support than family or friends can offer. Whether it’s post-operative convalescence, palliative or general care at home, deciding what support is needed and where to find it can be challenging. The staff at New Zealand’s longest running private homecare provider, Miranda Smith Homecare, know how difficult these decisions can be.
Owner, Miranda Smith says: “People may be in crisis when they contact us, or they may require our services to assist with and plan their recovery from illness or injury. Whatever the reason, we believe choosing the right support is critical. Peace of mind comes with knowing the correct care is in place, in the familiar surroundings of home with family and friends nearby. This dramatically impacts recovery and helps to maintain independence”.
Miranda Smith Homecare offers a highly professional, caring and above all else, trustworthy service. Staff have the experience to ensure the stress of requiring in-home assistance doesn’t become a burden for those needing such support. When at-home care is your preferred choice, contact Miranda Smith Homecare, New Zealand’s most experienced private homecare provider.
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The Life Tube is a plastic container which, once completed, will contain information about you, your next of kin, who has your Enduring Power of Attorney, who your doctor is, your medical conditions and your medication. In the event of any emergency this tube can save your life. Place the RED sticker on the fridge door and the Life Tube inside your fridge door.
You can purchase your Life Tube for $6 at the Age Concern office at 177a Fraser Street Tauranga.
Do You Have A LIFE TUBE?
The Home Maintenance and Safety programme aims to help older people stay in their own homes longer by keeping on top of house maintenance and repairs. Often this work is put off because it feels like it is too hard or could cost too much.
There is an online checklist for inside and outside the house, which gives information on priority and who might do the repairs. You can download this tool from Age Concern’s website: www.ageconcerntauranga.org.nz A printed copy is available from our office at a small cost.
If you would prefer to have your home assessed by a professional company, Age Concern will refer you to Total Home Inspection Services, who have agreed to do the inspection for us at an agreed price. They will provide a report with photographs and give an indication of priority work. Age Concern will provide follow up assistance.
Give us a call if you would like more information on 578 2631.
Home Maintenance and Safety
Elder Abuse Response ServiceMinistry of Social Development have opened a free and confidential 24/7 help-line, 0800 32 668 65 (0800 EA NOT OK). Calls will be answered by registered nurses who will direct callers to elder abuse specialist service providers in their region.
Pumpkin & Ginger Soup
Ingredients1 kg pumpkin2 shallots75g gingera few sprigs of fresh herbs, such as chives, mintextra virgin olive oil1 litre organic vegetable stock125ml coconut milk, plus extra to serve½ tablespoon chilli powder1 lime
Method1. Deseed and roughly chop the pumpkin, peel and chop the shallots, then peel and finely grate the ginger. Pick and finely chop the herbs.2. Place the pumpkin, shallots, ginger and some oil in a large saucepan and sauté until soft.3. Add the stock, coconut milk and chilli powder. Season, then bring to the boil and simmer for 40 minutes.4. Blitz in a food processor then serve with the fresh herbs, lime juice and a splash of coconut milk.
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When: Thursday 31 AugustWhere: Tauranga RSA, 1237 Cameron RoadTime: 10am to 11.30amCost: $3pp - light refreshments providedGuest Speaker: Deborah Lee - WestpacTopic: Avoiding Scams and Keeping Financially Safe
Members and non-members are very welcome.
Monthly Meeting
All walks start at 10.00am unless stated otherwise.
Wednesday 9 August: Meet at Historic Village, 17th Avenue, Tauranga.
Wednesday 16 August: Meet at The Strand car park, Tauranga.
Wednesday 23 August: Meet at Pacific Avenue car park. Mount Maunganui.
Wednesday 30 August: Meet at Burger King, Fraser Cover. Tauranga.
Wednesday 6 September: Meet at Lakeview bus stop, The Lakes, Tauriko.
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Have you always wanted to play but don’t know how? We will teach you. A friendly fun group gets together at 9.30am every Monday (expect Public Holidays) held at 177a Fraser Street to play 500.Light refreshments provided$2 donationAll are welcome
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Coffee & Cake (and Conversation) GroupDo you miss having someone to chat with over a relaxing cuppa? Then come and join the Coffee and Cake Group to meet others who are friendly and like-minded. For catering purposes, please register your interest by phoning 578 2631 and talk to one of our wonderful volunteer reception staff.
Please remember to phone the office on 578 2631 to register for the 17th August meeting.
When: Thursday 17 AugustTime: 10.30am to 12.00noonWhere: Tauranga RSA, GreertonCost: $3pp
CHT is a leading provider of residential aged care with over50 years experience. Our high quality rest homes, hospitals and dementia care units refl ect a sense of home for residents with modern facilities, innovative design and professional staff.
CHT is a leading provider of residential aged care with over
Quality care in your community
Mt Maunganui • Omokoroa • Te PukeCHT Bernadette Home & Hospital - Mt Maunganui 07 575 4855 [email protected]
CHT Acacia Park Home & Hospital - Omokoroa 07 548 0400 [email protected] CHT Glynavon Home & Hospital - Te Puke 07 573 6458 [email protected]
www.cht.co.nz
CHT creates a sense of home in the Bay of PlentyCHT is a leading provider of residential aged care with a proud history of taking great care of older people in rest homes and hospitals across Auckland, the Waikato and in three key locations in the Bay of Plenty.
CHT was established in 1962, then known as Christian Healthcare Trust, and changed to CHT in 2012 to reflect the diversity of residents and staff. With no other demands on funds, CHT continually reinvests all surpluses back into facilities and services and holds an enviable reputation as having innovative, high quality locations.
Located in Omokoroa, CHT Acacia Park Home & Hospital offers excellent care in a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by gardens and beautiful views of the Kaimai Ranges and Tauranga harbour.
Close to local shops, churches and beaches, CHT Bernadette Home & Hospital residents can enjoy an outing or relax in the sunny outdoor spaces in this Mt Maunganui facility.
CHT Glynavon Home & Hospital is set in the restful, rural surroundings of Te Puke where residents can make the most of spacious lounge and dining areas, cosy nooks and gardens.
A dedication to creating a sense of home ensures residents enjoy their day-to-day life. Delicious and nutritious meals are freshly prepared on-site and a wide range of social and recreational activities are always on offer. Carefully-tended outdoor areas encourage movement while nurses, healthcare assistants and expert therapists work alongside visiting doctors to provide friendly, safe and compassionate care.
To learn more about CHT in the Bay of Plenty, visit www.cht.co.nz
Minibus AdventuresThursday 10 AugustMorning Tea at office and City TourCost: $10pp
Thursday 17 AugustTransport to Coffee & CakeCost: $5pp
Friday 18 August Blokes Day Out - Visit Historical Maritime Park & Museum, PaeroaCost: $30pp. Lunch at own cost.
Saturday 26 AugustLunch at Kaimai Cheese Company, WaharoaCost: $25pp. Lunch at own cost.
Thursday 31 AugustTransport to Monthly MeetingCost: $5pp
Thursday 7 SeptemberMorning Tea at Nourish Café, Te PunaCost: $10pp. Morning tea at own cost.
Please Note:• Keep hydrated - take a bottle of water.• Make it easier for the driver; please wait outside by your letterbox. All pick up times are approximate.
Minibus trips are subject to the availability of a volunteer driver.
Sender:Age Concern Tauranga Incorporated177a Fraser Street, Tauranga 3112Phone: (07) 578 2631Email: [email protected]
Please forward your subscription with this form to: Age Concern Tauranga, 177a Fraser St, Tauranga 3112. Age Concern Tauranga is a registered charitable entity (CC25758) and appreciates the generosity of the community by way of subscriptions, donations and legacies. Donations are tax deductible over $5.00.
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Donations help us to continue to promote the welfare of older people in Tauranga and are welcomed.
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